Marriage Registration in Uttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh Hindu Marriage Registration Rules, 1973

According to the UP Hindu Marriage Registration Rules, 1973, the bride and groom must meet the following conditions:

1. The marriage must be performed under Hindu customs.
2. Both the groom and bride must be Hindus.
3. The groom must be at least 21 years old, and the bride must be at least 18 years old at the time of marriage.
4. Any of the following locations must fall within the jurisdiction of the Registering Officer in Uttar Pradesh:
5. Residence of the groom
6. Residence of the bride
7. Place of solemnisation

How to Register a Marriage Online in Uttar Pradesh

The Uttar Pradesh Government has streamlined the process for couples to apply for marriage registration online using their Aadhaar cards. Both applicants must have valid Aadhaar cards. Follow these guidelines:

1. Visit the IGRSUP (Integrated Grievance Redressal System of UP) website.
2. Click on the marriage registration option.
3. Enter the Aadhaar card information for the first applicant. The system will generate an OTP sent to the first applicant’s registered mobile number.
4. The system will retrieve details from the provided Aadhaar number, including the applicant's photo.
5. On the next page, enter the second applicant’s Aadhaar details. An OTP will be sent to the second applicant’s registered mobile number, and details will be automatically retrieved from the Aadhaar card.
6. Both applicants must then fill in their details to apply for marriage registration under UP marriage registration rules.
7. Upload current photographs of both the bride and groom, save the page, and proceed.
8. Provide detailed information about the marriage, including the date and place, and save the page.
9. Enter the witness’s details, which are mandatory for the marriage registration.
10. Upload photographs for the witnesses mentioned.
11. Review the application details, click the preview icon to check for any mistakes, and correct them before final submission.
12. Submit the application form by clicking the submit button.
13. Note down the application number and password provided for future reference.
14. Pay the application fee through any payment medium.
15. After thorough processing by the authorities, the marriage registration certificate will be issued to the couple.

Documents Needed to Apply for Uttar Pradesh Marriage Certificate

The documents required to obtain a marriage certificate in UP are:

1. Registration of Marriage application forms
2. Affidavit in the prescribed format
3. Proof of age proof of the bride and bride – Birth certificate or mark sheet
4. Proof of Address - Ration card, voter ID, driving license, passport
5. Additional proof of address – Aadhaar card, PAN card, and voter ID
6. Joint photographs of the groom and bride
7. Wedding card (marriage invitation letter)
8. Witness photographs – Two witnesses

Fees for Uttar Pradesh Marriage Certificate

The necessary payment to register a marriage in Uttar Pradesh is:

What are the benefits of UP Marriage Certificate

The purposes of obtaining a marriage certificate in Uttar Pradesh are as follows:

1. A marriage certificate proves that a woman is legally married to the person detailed in the certificate.
2. It provides social security and self-confidence to a married woman.
3. The certificate is required to claim bank deposits or insurance-related benefits for a spouse.
4. For a married person, a marriage certificate must be produced when applying for a passport.

Conclusion

The procedures for applying for a marriage registration certificate in UP will take one to two days to complete. It will take approximately a month for the husband and wife to receive their UP marriage certificate from the registrar's office.